Neurodiversity

For neurodiverse healthcare professionals and healthcare students and their managers, teams and union reps.

Despite frequently being identified by individuals with autism as one of the main problems they face, sensory perceptual issues are still often overlooked by professionals. This book enables teachers, parents, professionals and individuals with autism fully to understand and address the problematic aspects of the sensory perceptual differences of people with autism spectrum conditions.

This practical resource will be of use to adults with dyspraxia, the professionals and families members who come into contact with them as well as those who simply wish to learn more about dyspraxia. Important topics are addressed, such as self-esteem, whether to disclose your condition within the workplace and how to communicate more effectively.

Written for dyslexic adults or anyone who thinks they might be dyslexic, this bold and imaginative book is deliberately concise and easy to dip into. User-friendly, essential guide to the world of study and work for anyone with dyslexia.

About one in twenty individuals are dyslexic. This figure also applies for dyspraxia and ADHD. This fully revised edition of David Grant's thought-provoking, insightful book develops our understanding of these specific learning differences and considers the further challenges presented by these overlapping conditions.

Hallowell and Ratey, both of whom have this 'variable attention trait,' draw on the latest science to provide both a plan for minimizing the downside and maximizing the benefits of ADHD at any age.

Mental health nurses are regularly responsible for the care, treatment and care coordination of individuals with a diagnosis of ADHD. This means that mental health nurses are in one of the best positions to have a positive impact on the lives of people with ADHD.

It is likely that all nurses will at some point in their careers care for a patient with a diagnosis of ADHD, regardless of clinical environment.

An essential resource for those helping dyslexic individuals of all ages, from preschoolers to adults in the workplace. Combines theoretical explanations, the latest research, and practical solutions with a focus on inclusion and meeting the individual's needs.

Winner of the 2015 Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction Shortlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize. What is autism: a devastating developmental condition, a lifelong disability, or a naturally occurring form of cognitive difference akin to certain forms of genius? In truth, it is all of these things and more - and the future of our society depends on our understanding it.

This book provides comprehensive information about available support for women and girls with ADHD and tips for clinicians and professionals who work with them.

This book allows anyone who lives or works with children with autism to understand their world through an 'autism lens'. It develops the knowledge and delivers evidence-based strategies for communication, social interaction and the emotional, behavioral and sensory challenges faced by young people with autism.